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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

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Dallas, Texas 75390-9096

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is a public urban institution in Dallas, Texas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

graduates earn a median of $76,860 a decade after enrollment.

Established
1943
Type
Public academic health science center

Campus Visits

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Acceptance
SAT Avg
Students
Student:Faculty
Grad Rate
$76,860Earnings 10yr

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (out-of-state)

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

35.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

16

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

2

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (35)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • 85% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads

Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

10 Years$76,860

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • Margaret Thatcher visiting UTSW Radiology in 1991.
  • When Baylor University moved its school of medicine from Dallas to Houston in 1943, the foundation formally established Southwestern Medical College as the 68th medical school in the United States.
  • The Board of Regents accepted this offer, and in 1949 the college became Southwestern Medical School of The University of Texas.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DFW Dallas-Fort Worth13 mi
OKC Oklahoma City184 mi
AUS Austin187 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1550 mi · ~44h 47m drive
New York, NY1372 mi · ~39h 38m drive
Hartford, CT1459 mi · ~42h 9m drive
Providence, RI1522 mi · ~43h 58m drive
Albany, NY1426 mi · ~41h 12m drive
Syracuse, NY1326 mi · ~38h 18m drive
Rochester, NY1263 mi · ~36h 29m drive
Buffalo, NY1198 mi · ~34h 37m drive
Philadelphia, PA1299 mi · ~37h 32m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1070 mi · ~30h 55m drive
Harrisburg, PA1218 mi · ~35h 11m drive
Newark, NJ1364 mi · ~39h 24m drive
Washington, DC1183 mi · ~34h 11m drive
Baltimore, MD1212 mi · ~35h 1m drive
Atlanta, GA722 mi · ~20h 51m drive
Charlotte, NC930 mi · ~26h 52m drive
Raleigh, NC1057 mi · ~30h 32m drive
Miami, FL1113 mi · ~32h 9m drive
Orlando, FL964 mi · ~27h 51m drive
Tampa, FL920 mi · ~26h 35m drive
Nashville, TN617 mi · ~17h 49m drive
New Orleans, LA445 mi · ~12h 51m drive
Richmond, VA1141 mi · ~32h 58m drive
Chicago, IL804 mi · ~23h 14m drive
Detroit, MI999 mi · ~28h 52m drive
Minneapolis, MN862 mi · ~24h 54m drive
St. Louis, MO548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Kansas City, MO452 mi · ~13h 3m drive
Indianapolis, IN764 mi · ~22h 4m drive
Columbus, OH913 mi · ~26h 23m drive
Cleveland, OH1025 mi · ~29h 37m drive
Milwaukee, WI857 mi · ~24h 45m drive
Dallas, TX4 mi · ~7 min drive
Houston, TX228 mi · ~6h 35m drive
Austin, TX184 mi · ~5h 19m drive
San Antonio, TX254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Los Angeles, CA1235 mi · ~35h 41m drive
San Francisco, CA1478 mi · ~42h 42m drive
San Diego, CA1179 mi · ~34h 4m drive
Seattle, WA1676 mi · ~48h 25m drive
Portland, OR1628 mi · ~47h 2m drive
Denver, CO659 mi · ~19h 2m drive
Phoenix, AZ882 mi · ~25h 29m drive
Salt Lake City, UT995 mi · ~28h 45m drive
Honolulu, HI3787 mi · ~109h 24m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)13 miles
Rental car
20 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
26 min$16-26
Oklahoma City (OKC)184 miles
Rental car
276 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
368 min$221-368

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